Little Hotelier

JUNE 15, 2023

It now owns an incredible stable of OTAs, with sites like Hotels.com, Trivago and Vrbo all found beneath the group’s umbrella. On the hotel side, Expedia.com is used by all manner of accommodation providers, from multinational chains to holiday homeowners looking to make a bit of money on the side. What are the Expedia subsidiaries?

OTA 59

OTA Accommodation Hotels Travel 59

STAAH

OCTOBER 24, 2023

With 60% of visitors to Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) eventually checking out your website, the opportunity to secure commission-free direct bookings is substantial. Cost Savings: OTAs are marketing powerhouses, but they come at a cost. Customize it to reflect your brand and website seamlessly.

OTA 78

OTA Revenue Upsell Market 78

Hotel Business

JANUARY 4, 2023

Hotel brands are getting into holiday rentals and holiday rental brands are starting to become more like hotels. is going to be increasingly tied to the accommodation they select.

Accommodation 105

Accommodation Travel OTA Business 105

SiteMinder

MARCH 12, 2024

Located in Seminyak, Indonesia, Potato Head Suites & Studios is luxury beach accommodation just a few steps from Batu Belig Beach. This luxury accommodation offers a number of guest amenities in the form of free bicycles, an outdoor swimming pool and a large garden area. “Besides that, the customer support is also good.”

Accommodation 52

Accommodation Occupancy Revenue Resorts 52

Boutique Hotel News

MARCH 15, 2023

As part of eviivo’s 10-year anniversary milestone of eviivo Suite, the original ‘all-in-one’ cloud booking system, eviivo Collective is designed to celebrate, support and raise awareness for independently owned properties, as well as boutique hoteliers, hosts and owners who work in the independent accommodation sector.

Accommodation 52

Accommodation OTA Services Resorts 52

Fuel Travel

APRIL 28, 2023

Doesn’t look and feel like your hotel website This is especially important not only from a guest experience perspective, but also from a brand consistency perspective. While your hotel’s bottom line is, well, the bottom line, it’s more important for hotels to be accommodating to all guests, on property and online.

Shopping 84

Shopping OTA Hotels Revenue 84

Little Hotelier

JUNE 18, 2023

Expedia Partner Central (or to use Booking.com’s term, the Expedia extranet) is a tool that allows a hotelier to manage listings across the complete suite of Expedia Group OTAs – not just Expedia.com, but also the likes of Hotels.com, Vrbo, Travelocity, Hotwire.com, Orbitz, Ebookers, Wotif and travel metasearch engines like Trivago.

OTA 52

OTA Accommodation Management Travel 52

Little Hotelier

JULY 31, 2023

Owned by Expedia Group, Trivago is a metasearch engine that collates hotel options from across the globe, then serves up prices for each hotel from a range of OTAs and direct booking websites.This comparison site offers users a simple way to check accommodation options in an area, then find the very best deal for each.

OTA 52

OTA Hotels Business Management 52

STAAH

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

If you get it right, your guests will not only return, but also becomes your brand ambassadors, amplifying your marketing efforts. In fact, OTAs such as Expedia have updated their algorithms to give preference to properties that have been called out by guests for their fantastic guest experience. Focus on customer experience.

Hospitality 84

Hospitality OTA Travel Upsell 84

Little Hotelier

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Hotel review sites come in many shapes and forms: OTAs like Booking.com, business directories like Google, travel platforms like TripAdvisor, and social media platforms like Facebook. Hotel review sites are important for hotels of all sizes, but they are even more so for small accommodation providers.

Hotels 59

Hotels OTA Travel Accommodation 59

SiteMinder

MAY 25, 2023

If direct bookings continue to grow, and surpass OTA bookings, it would represent a huge shift in traveller booking behaviour and a meaningful opportunity for accommodation providers. About SiteMinder SiteMinder is the world’s leading hotel commerce platform, giving accommodation providers everything they need to succeed online.

Revenue 98

Revenue Cancellation Accommodation Hotels 98

SiteMinder

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

From exquisite rooms, amazing dining options, and fabulous event venues, Chatrium is truly a premium accommodation choice. Even for a brand as accomplished as Chatrium, these challenges were not easily solved until SiteMinder was implemented. Want unbeatable revenue results for your own hotel or accommodation business?

Operations 98

Operations Revenue Hotels OTA 98

Little Hotelier

AUGUST 1, 2023

The Hopper travel app is designed to help users find the very best travel deals, particularly in terms of flights and accommodation. It is therefore not an OTA, but rather a technology company that allows consumers to get better deals from OTAs and other booking providers.

OTA 52

OTA Travel Accommodation Hiring 52

TravelNet

AUGUST 1, 2023

You’re always going to be balancing your investment to accommodate the furry nonhumans with your ROI. Rack Up Those Pet Amenities Once you’re all in, developing your list of pet-centric amenities is not only fun; it can be a way to brand your property and get more attention. A lot goes into preparing properties to receive them.

OTA 98

OTA Branding ROI Travel 98

Little Hotelier

APRIL 4, 2023

Hotel website design is the practice of designing a website for your accommodation business that is functional, aesthetically pleasing, and optimised for conversion. A good hotel website that increases reservations delivers less reliance on online travel agencies (OTAs) – which charge commission fees on every booking.

Accommodation 52

Accommodation Hotels Travel OTA 52

MediaBoom

MARCH 14, 2024

With over 80% of leisure travelers globally booking accommodations online in 2024, as per Statista, the shift towards online travel booking is unmistakable. Marketing strategies in the hotel sector are designed to enhance brand visibility and broaden reach. Let Mediaboom guide you. Schedule Your Free Consultation 3.

Digital Marketing 64

Digital Marketing Services Market Marketing 64

Hotelogix

JANUARY 16, 2024

Experts believe the inventory count will rise by about 2X with 4-5 top homegrown hotel groups - 4 and 5-star brands adding over 1200 rooms. As a majority of tourists will book their accommodations via Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), hotels need to strengthen their visibility on those platforms.

Tourism 59

Tourism OTA Hotels Construction 59

SiteMinder

JANUARY 8, 2024

With customers expecting some sort of dining service from hotel accommodations, it has become almost a standard practice to provide. Accommodation and Lodging The accommodation sector encompasses a broad range of lodging options from hostels and caravan sites to luxurious resorts and boutique hotels.

Operations 59

Operations Management OTA Hotels 59

Boutique Hotel News

OCTOBER 28, 2022

The World Cup will draw more than a million visitors to the Gulf state, which has embarked on a serious building and infrastructure programme to accommodate it. Qatar’s hospitality industry has seen some big names either strengthen or establish their presence, with new properties including those under brands such as St. out of five.

Tourism 52

Tourism Accommodation Events OTA 52

SiteMinder

JANUARY 8, 2024

With customers expecting some sort of dining service from hotel accommodations, it has become almost a standard practice to provide. Accommodation and Lodging The accommodation sector encompasses a broad range of lodging options from hostels and caravan sites to luxurious resorts and boutique hotels.

Operations 52

Operations Management OTA Hotels 52

Cloudbeds

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

When people plan a trip online, accommodation operators have opportunities to connect with them at various touch points on the traveler’s purchase journey. For example, if you found that your GAC for OTA bookings is 41%, whereas your GAC for direct bookings is 7%, where would you want to prioritize bookings?

OTA 52

OTA Cost Per Click Revenue Market 52

Little Hotelier

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Hotel social media marketing is the use of social media platforms to advertise your hotel brand and engage with potential and current guests. Globally, 70% say ‘social media has an influence on how I discover accommodation.’ Twitter, for instance, may not be the best fit for a quaint accommodation business.

Market 105

Market Marketing Hotels Travel 105

Cloudbeds

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

For independent properties, another challenge is competing with global loyalty programs offered by big hotel brands and online travel agencies (OTAs). In the hotel industry, guest loyalty can be defined as a guest’s faithfulness to one property over other accommodation choices. What is hotel guest loyalty?

Travel 52

Travel Hotels OTA Services 52

TravelNet

JULY 20, 2023

Listing your short-term rentals on Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) can amplify your visibility and attract potential guests, a phenomenon known as the Billboard Effect. As customers come to OTAs with specific desires, it’s crucial for hosts to meet and even exceed the expectations of prospective guests.

OTA 98

OTA Cancellation Branding Shopping 98

STAAH

OCTOBER 18, 2022

A positive guest experience can result in glowing online reviews, return visits, and a brand reputation that contributes to ongoing growth. Incentivise them to book directly by providing value-added offers that make a booking via your website more attractive than OTAs. Clever ideas to improve guest experience. #1 1 Pre-arrival contact.

Revenue 83

Revenue Upsell OTA Overbooking 83

Hotelogix

JANUARY 18, 2024

Here they are -  Save on commission costs: With direct bookings via your website, you don't have to pay commission for indirect bookings via OTAs.   Improve your brand's online visibility: It helps you improve your hotel website's search engine ranking by driving more traffic to your website for direct bookings.

Overbooking 52

Overbooking Hotels Upsell Services 52

SiteMinder

JANUARY 29, 2023

Speaking to potential clients, suppliers and even competitors can lead to all manner of opportunities to grow your brand and increase performance. It will bring together OTAs, management companies, hoteliers, and solution providers across three packed days.

Events 111

Events Hotels Tourism Travel 111

Hotel Speak

JANUARY 25, 2024

The battle for direct bookings has entered a new phase as online travel agents (OTAs) ramp up efforts to establish ownership of hotel guests and their booking journeys, a new report from hospitality technology specialist SHR Group reveals. In fact, the extra investment driving this change is making itself felt in other ways too. from $0.16

OTA 87

OTA Cost Per Click Hotels Cancellation 87

Hotel Management

MAY 10, 2023

Accor Pacific CEO Sarah Derry in conversation with Jetstar Chief Customer and Commercial Officer, Alan McIntyre Michael Johnson of Accommodation Australia reiterated the issues of skills and staff shortages brought on by the pandemic and James Doolan of Hotel Council Aotearoa lamented New Zealand’s lag in responsive policy making.

Tourism 130

Tourism Hotels Real Estate Construction 130

Little Hotelier

AUGUST 29, 2023

When travellers only get to enjoy one or two getaways each year, they may not go back to the same destination and stay in the same accommodation. Bed and breakfast marketing is important for building awareness of your B&B brand, and also instilling trust in the customers that have stayed with you before. This is called retargeting.

Market 95

Market Marketing Target Marketing Marketing Strategy 95

eZee Absolute

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

These platforms act like a virtual compass, helping guests find you through the many accommodation options available online. According to PhocusWire , 45% of global unique visitors in travel come from metasearch engines, exceeding OTAs in the US. Ensure a seamless integration between your metasearch strategy and your website.

Market 52

Market Marketing Email Marketing Marketing Strategy 52

eZee Absolute

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

According to Hotel Mize , online travel agencies (OTAs) accounted for 40% of global hotel bookings in 2023. Many guests actively seek eco-friendly accommodations that align with their values. Sustainability Matters We all are aware of the environmental damage that has happened in the last few decades. So, what can you do to go green?

Consumer 59

Consumer Hospitality Accommodation Hotels 59

Little Hotelier

MAY 11, 2023

A direct booking website is a website that any hotelier or accommodation provider, no matter their size, can use to accept direct bookings. Why your small hotel needs its own direct booking website Many small, independent hotels remain reliant on OTAs and other booking channels to attract guests. What is a direct booking website?

Upsell 52

Upsell ROI Revenue OTA 52

Hotelogix

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

  Online distribution Managing online distribution across various channels (OTAs, direct bookings, GDS) without an integrated system is arduous in today's digital age.   Additionally, in high-demand periods, you can expand your cloud-based infrastructure to accommodate the surge in demand.

Management 59

Management Hotels Revenue Management Occupancy 59

Boutique Hotel News

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

The prevalence of brands in the market has dramatically increased, and the educated consumer now really understands the brand they like. This has led to independent hotel brands emerging very strong and proudly carving a place in the wider market as well as local communities. . Why stick to traditional shift times?

General Manager 52

General Manager Business OTA Services 52

Hotelogix

OCTOBER 18, 2023

What is a Hotel Reservation System A Hotel Reservation System is a software solution designed to facilitate and manage booking accommodations and other guest-related services at your hotel.  Customization Configure the reservation system to suit your hotel's branding, room types, rates, and policies.

Business 40

Business Global Distribution System Cancellation Hotels 40

SiteMinder

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Table of contents Why hotels need to incorporate travel technology Potential customers are increasingly looking to their mobile devices to solve their problems for them, and this is also the way they are searching for, and booking, travel and accommodation. However, the convenience of technology extends much further than this for travellers.

Travel 52

Travel Hotels Services OTA 52